Dr. Hakeem Sam

Dermatology in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
23+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Hakeem Sam, MD,PHD, is a Dermatology specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2001, having over 23 years of diverse experience, especially in Dermatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Allegheny General Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside. Dr. Hakeem Sam also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Of Pittsburgh Physicians. Dr. Hakeem Sam accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (412) 681-1072 to request Dr. Hakeem Sam the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

580 S Aiken Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1531

(412) 681-1072

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Basics

Full Name	Hakeem Sam
Gender	Male
PECOS ID	9739275561
Sole Proprietor	No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment	He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

Dermatology (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 23 years of diverse experience

Credentials

Medical Doctor (MD)
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Medical Doctor

Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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Doctor of Philosophy

A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.

Education and Training

Dr. Hakeem Sam graduated from medical school in 2001.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1134315971
NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, September 14, 2007
NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Quality Reporting

eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Hakeem Sam

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Hakeem Sam has been primarily specialized in Dermatology for over 23 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Dermatology click for detail Dermatology A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.	MD432240	Pennsylvania

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Allegheny General Hospital	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Meadville Medical Center	Meadville, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	3108

Practice Locations

580 S Aiken Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1531
Phone: (412) 681-1072
Office Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed